1665
From the collection of Cleveland Museum of Art
Dominant colour
Six Large Upright Landscapes: A Mother and Three Children at Rest is a 1665 by Antonie Waterloo, a Baroque work, held at Cleveland Museum of Art.
This painting shows a serene scene of a mother and three children resting in a lush landscape. The mother sits on the ground, surrounded by her children, who are all engaged in quiet activities. The background is a beautiful, detailed depiction of trees and foliage. One interesting detail in this painting is the way the artist has used light and shadow to create a sense of depth and atmosphere. The use of chiaroscuro, a technique that uses strong contrasts between light and dark, adds to the overall mood of the painting. If you're interested in learning more about this style of painting, you might want to check out the Baroque movement.
Antonie Waterloo (1609–1690) was a Dutch artist, born in Lille.
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